Teacher of Physical Education

1.0 FTE

MPS / UPS Permanent

Required from September 2024

Purpose of the Post:

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our successful and experienced PE Department. The successful candidate will be an effective classroom practitioner and will be expected to deliver innovative, engaging and challenging lessons that ensure all students succeed as well as contribute fully to the ethos and culture of this flourishing Department. 

The successful candidate will:-

• be passionate about Physical Education, and all aspects of education;
• have the ability to deliver KS4 examination courses (Level 2 OCR Cambridge Nationals in Sport Studies and Sport Science) and KS5 examination courses (Level 3 OCR Cambridge Technicals in Sport & Physical Activity and Level 3 BTEC Health & Social Care) would be preferable;
• have experience or willingness to contribute to the sports leadership delivery which is run through the Leadership and Skills Federation
• be a fully committed teacher who is willing to give up their time and contribute to an extensive extra-curricular programme
• have the highest expectations for all young people;
• be able to enthuse, engage, motivate and challenge students and staff to raise achievement at all levels;
• be self-motivated with excellent inter-personal skills;
• be able to work as part of a team yet has individual skills and initiative.

In return we offer:-

• a Physical Education Department with a clear sense of purpose, vision and energy;
• a commitment to strive for excellence within a supportive ethos;
• relevant, effective CPD to allow appropriate career progression.

Applications are welcome from experienced and ECT teachers. 

Further details are available in the application pack via the school’s website – www.teignschool.org.uk. 

Applications must be made by completion of an ESW application form. The closing date for applications is Monday 15 April 2024 (9am) with to take place on Wednesday 17 April 2024Please email completed applications to Ruth Atkinson, Headteacher’s PA – ruth.atkinson@teignschool.org.uk.

Education South West is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This includes checks with past employers, an online check of publicly available information, including social media, and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service